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Avatar for Solidworks Remodeling
Solidworks Remodeling
5.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Avalon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"earlySolidworks Remodeling" did a backyard renovation project at my house in Tarzana , The project included: concrete stamped pouring at the back of the house, fire fit installation, pavers and upgrading mt existing fountain. The guys were very professional, they came early every morning nice and polite, at the end of each day they make sure that everything is clean before they are leaving. The duration of the project was as promised to us by Leo the project manager and the result its just fantastic! I feel like I bought a completely new house"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Builders and Development, Inc.
4.9(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Avalon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had mixed feelings about this company. Some of the work they did was fantastic. I love my new kitchen, the design is beautiful. Everyone was very punctual and professional and the job finished on schedule. The tiles were put in well but some caulking was missing which has caused issues around the sink.  

Most of my issues involved the painters that the company hired for another job in a rental property I own. They accidently threw away a medicine cabinet that I needed to return, breaking the mirror. They did reimburse me for it, but it was a mistake that shouldn't have occured. The painting work seemed rushed.

I do think that this company is a bit expensive. If I had to do this work again I would double check to see what was included. I felt like I paid for extras, out of pocket, that should have been covered by the contractors."
Natural Maple wood cabinets
Custom Kitchen
Custom Kitchen
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Roof Rx
4.2(
1,190
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Avalon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"not that great. basically paid $99 to get an estimate. included cleaning roof and minimal repairs. took a while to get appointment, and then when they came, they didn't even do the work! gave a really big estimate and then re-seheduled to have someone else do the work. they wouldn't totally replace the roof, gave different estimates to repair, I went with a different company to do a full roof rplacement."
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Roof Leak Repair
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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California Sewer & Rooter
4.4(
115
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Avalon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Immediate Response on Emergency Services: Our plumbers are radio dispatched and we service the entire Los Angeles County, San Fernando Valley, and Orange County areas.\n \nCalifornia Sewer and Rooter has been providing outstanding plumbing services to the residents of the San Fernando Valley since 1988. CSR is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing and general plumbing contractor offering commercial & residential plumbing services, fixtures, tools, parts & accessories and complete sewer and drain cleaning.\n\nDBA Michael's Valley Plumbing.

Drain
Hydro jetting
Main Line Sewer
Bad Section
Pipe Burst

+10

Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Repiping Professionals
4.2(
50
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Avalon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well.  They were here when they said there would be here and finished when they said they would be done.... 3 days.  They were neat and cleaned up very well.  The wall patches were done well too.  After completion, there was a drip at an outside joint.  When we called, they came right out and fixed it.  We have had no problems since.
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President - George Anderson
Service Van
Repiping Worker
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Artlux Construction Corp
4.6(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Avalon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rigo was awesome throughout the whole remodel. He is very energized and accommodating. He offered great ideas when I needed them and was flexible with my changes. My new backyard looks great! The job was well done at an affordable price. Rigo made sure everything was done like I expected and I am very satisfied and happy with his work."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Allstar Rooter & Plumbing
5.0(
7
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Serving Avalon, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Initial 4/26/22 review: Allstar Rooter (AKA Davila Plumbing) is most definitely a class act! When a significant slab leak started in my home, I contacted Allstar via Thumbtack. Manny contacted me within an hour that evening and came out the next morning to assess the situation and provide an estimate. I could tell at that very instant that Allstar is the right answer for my emergency/unanticipated plumbing need. Manny was very professional and very straight forward in providing options and recommendations. I was particularly impressed with his troubleshooting skills, as he immediately got right to the (not-so-obvious) problem had great insight into the BEST solution. He was also very honest about his work and pricing (not the cheapest nor most expensive but will do a high-quality job and make sure it gets done right) - very competent and trustworthy. He stands behind his work with a 25-year warranty on all newly-installed plumbing. After Manny and I discussed the situation, we very quickly settled on having Allstar Rooter repipe the house, as we mutually decided that jack-hammering the concrete and repairing the leak would only be sending good money after bad, in that the existing plumbing was obviously already "shot". Many and his team (all plumbers, not just "helpers") showed up the next morning and immediately got on the job, and they completed this extensive effort in less than a week! I was immediately impressed with their rapid decisions on how to best re-route the cold, hot, and hot recirculation lines, and the materials to use - a significant upgrade from the builder's design, materials, and workmanship. They did the work with great skill and surprisingly minimal intrusion - just a few openings in the drywall here and there - no cutting into cabinets, tile, etc. Once all plumbing work was completed and everything proved to be in great working order, Manny brought in his drywall team of three. I was completely blown away by how well they repaired the holes/openings that were necessary to complete the work. I honestly could not tell which areas were repaired because their patchwork and surface texturing is an EXACT match to the existing drywall - even better than the work my top-notch remodeling contractor did in other parts of the house a year ago. Throughout the entire period, Many and his team kept me informed of their progress, and they were consistently most responsive to my questions and requests - a true and total pleasure to work with! Hence, if I could give Allstar Rooter a "10", I would, as Manny & tram have significantly exceeded my expectations. I will conclude by saying that I would STRONGLY recommend Allstar Rooter to anyone. I know that, when I need new plumbing work done, I will immediately go directly to Manny – no need to shop around. Thank you, Manny and team - you have all turned what started out as a traumatic experience (burst pipe/no water) into a very pleasant experience and happy ending. 5/12/22 Update: It has been a little over 2 weeks since Allstar completed the repiping of my entire house, and my prior top rating and review definitely stand! Everything is working flawlessly, and we're amazed at the efficiency of the new pipe routing versus what the builder had in place ~28 years ago. The water pressure and volume are very consistent throughout the house. Also, upon turning on any hot water faucet, the water heats up in a matter of seconds! This may sound rudimentary, but we had always relied heavily on the recirculatory pump to get hot water to the kitchen sink and showers without having to run the water for several minutes. I also recently asked Manny to come out for some additional follow/on work such as installing a bathtub spout/divider, shower head, and cut-off valves to the clothes washing machine. Manny promptly and cheerfully came out and quickly replaced the spout and shower head. He also quickly exercised/ repaired the cut-offs, thereby alleviating the need to replace them and saving money. Our complete satisfaction with the prior repiping/drywall work, which far exceeded our expectations, coupled with Manny's recent visit, have galvanized my earlier decision to make Allstar Rooter/Davila Plumbing my trusted "go to" contractor for all current and future plumbing needs. Thank you Manny for all that you do!!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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